Edward James “Eddie” Anderson, age 74, of Billings formerly of Fallon passed away quietly and peacefully on December 28, 2013 at his home in Billings after a long battle with congestive heart failure.
Eddie was born on March 14, 1939 in Buffalo, South Dakota to Clara (Sack) and Ben Anderson. He was a twin and he was a gentleman, allowing his twin sister Etta to arrive first. Eddie was the youngest of five children. Eddie served in the United States Army from 1961 – 1963. He was a true soldier.
Eddie loved hunting and fishing. He and his wife Alice’s fondest memories are at Fort Peck Lake where they taught their children and grandchildren to fish and water ski and spent time with all their wonderful friends. His other interest was MMA. He drove to Texas and bought a cage and brought MMA to Eastern Montana. He enjoyed watching his youngest son Brandon fight inside the cage. Eddie worked for WBI until 1999 and retired due to health problems. He met many good friends through his work.
Eddie is survived by his wife Alice, son Todd (Sara) Anderson of Dickinson, ND, daughter Stephanie Harper of Billings, MT, son Brandon Anderson of Williston, ND, son Dana (Heather) Quenzer of Roundup, MT; grandchildren: Robby, Ashlee, Ryan, Saraya, Brittney, Parker, Peytan, Taylor, Skyler, Shaylee, Kiera and Karma, Soda and Etta (twin sister) Maher, mother-in-law Dorothy Madler, sisters-in-law Squirt Anderson and Arlene (Don) Groshans, brothers-in-law Mike (Donna) Madler, Tom Madler and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Ben and Clara Anderson, brothers Don and Kenny Anderson, Sister Renee Lehman and step daughter Monica DeMunbrun, and father-in-law Bud Madler.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2013 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 3, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery with full military honors. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday January 2, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
2:30 p.m.
Friday January 3, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday January 3, 2014
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Mt 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday January 2, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
2:30 p.m.
Friday January 3, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday January 3, 2014
Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery
Miles City, Mt 59301
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Doug and Randi Wenz says
To Eddie’s family, We have so many good memories of Eddie, we had a lot of good times! He will be missed by all, our prayers are with you, Doug and Randi Wenz
Jim and Kelly Ellingson says
We are so sorry for you loss and the entire family will be our prayers! Eddie must have been a great man to have raised such a great son as Brandon.
The Ellingsons
Mona (Anderson) Humphrey says
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember good times through out my life when Eddie was around. I even have pictures of him holding me as a toddler after my dad died.
Your family is in my prayers!
RALPH AND GLORIA DUNEMAN says
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS WE REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD.
Val Bjorge says
Sorry for your loss Brandon. Thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family. Heaven has grained another angel to watch over and protect each and everyone of you until you meet again.
Val Bjorge
Damon Wenz says
I have many fond memories of Eddie from my childhood. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
~Damon Wenz
Kristy Forthun says
Peace be with you and your family Brandon. May he watch over you and be your angel and shine his light on you. Love your big/lil sis
Ray and Mary Ann O'Donnell says
Sorry to hear about Eddie. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bob and Dixie Justice says
We are so sorry to hear about Eddie. We won’t be able to make to the funeral but know that our thoughts are with you all. Keep your memories close.
Bob and Dixie Justice
Jerry and Patsy Hood says
Alice, we so much wanted to be there tomorrow for the services for Eddie. The weather is going to prevent us from traveling. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eddie will be missed greatly by all who knew him. He leaves behind some great memories and for that we can be grateful. Even though we cannot be there for you, we will be there in spirit.. Our love to you and your family.. May The Lord grant you Peace.
Leslie Micheletto says
Alice, Etta and Eddie’s family, Gene and I are so sorry to hear of Eddie’s passing. We will miss that smile at the lake! We keep you in our thoughts and prayers ad you lay our friend to rest. Sincerely, Gene & Leslie Micheletto, Rock Creek
Cheryl Lehman says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family today and always…………..Very sad upon losing another family member …………..love to all and will keep you all in prayers
Francis and JoAn Madler says
Alice and Family: We want to extend our sympathy of Eddie’s passing. We pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you and the family at this time. Gods rich Blessings in the days ahead.
Ken Huber says
Alice,
Had not seen Eddie for a very long time. He was always kind to me and we enjoyed
some laughs and good times when I worked for him at the Standard Gas Station during my Highs School days in Baker. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathy goes out to you Alice and your family, it sounds like you had a wonderful life and family with him. Hope you are all well and I will say a prayer for Eddie & You….. Wishing you all the best. Hugs & Love to you, Sincerely Ken & Barb Huber , Long Beach Ca
Nan'c & Mike Hedge says
Brandon, Todd, Stephanie, Alice and Family.
My Uncle Eddie was the best of the best, we will always keep him and his family in our thoughts and prayers. He was truly a wonderful person. We are very saddened to hear about your loss but know that Eddie is in heaven with all the angels keeping a watchful eye
on all of you. We pray that the heavenly father will keep a watchful eye and keep you all safe. Love and hugs to all of you. Love, Nan’c and Mike Hedge..San Antonio, Texas